Renhold VC Primary School
Bedford, MK41 0LU · Bedford · primary school
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49th of 50 primary schools in Bedford we can score, 55 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to the 3,535 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.3/10 among them, against 1.1/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 43.0 · 11 | 62% | 0.65 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 38% | 0.40 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Renhold VC Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 43.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.3 out of 10 among them, against 1.1 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in a Scandinavian Folk Art Workshop.
Getting in
The published school roll is 191 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils to progress from the expected standard to the higher standard in core subjects? What specific strategies are used to improve attainment in reading, writing and maths?
What Ofsted said about Renhold VC Primary School
Overview
Renhold VC Primary School is described as a place where "pupils are happy" and kindness underpins strong relationships. The report highlights that pupils benefit from an "ambitious curriculum" and achieve high expectations, particularly in reading, writing, and mathematics. Overall, the school provides a positive environment where children are well-prepared for life after primary school.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate "kindness" and are "sensitive to the needs of others," resolving conflicts positively during playtimes.
- The curriculum is "well organised," allowing pupils to build knowledge over time, with effective support for those who struggle.
- Reading is a "high priority," with staff providing effective support so that "most pupils read fluently by the end of key stage 1."
- The school has "effective approaches to supporting pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND)," swiftly identifying needs and working with external agencies.
- Governors and leaders have built "strong relationships with parents and staff," ensuring staff maintain a "reasonable workload."
Areas to improve
- Staff do not routinely check what pupils know in the long term, leading to "gaps in their knowledge" and forgotten key concepts.
- Support for disadvantaged pupils is not fully successful, meaning "some disadvantaged pupils do not attend school as often as they should."
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 59% |
| 2023/24 | 35% |
| 2024/25 | 43% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
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Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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